Principal Solution Architect - Colorado

Role Overview

The Principal Solution Architect is responsible for designing and delivering scalable, modern IT solutions by translating business and technical requirements into actionable architecture designs. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and development teams to guide solution delivery and ensure alignment with enterprise standards. The Principal Solution Architect also contributes to architecture standards, patterns, and technology roadmaps. This role influences solution direction through leadership in design reviews and cross‑functional collaboration.

The position supports enterprise initiatives, including AI‑enabled solutions, by establishing standards and governance.

• Design and document high‑level and detailed solution architectures including applications, integrations, APIs, and data flows.
• Partner with business stakeholders and product teams to translate requirements into actionable technical designs.
• Lead architecture walkthroughs and design reviews with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Guide development teams to ensure solutions meet standards for scalability, security, and integration.
• Support Agile delivery by collaborating on features and stories in Azure Dev Ops and JIRA.
• Contribute to enterprise architecture standards, patterns, and reference architecture.
• Assist in developing technology roadmaps and future‑state architecture direction.
• Participate in AI Center of Excellence efforts to define standards and governance for AI‑enabled solutions.

• 10+ years of IT experience with 3+ years of experience specifically in solution architecture or IT architecture.
• Experience designing and documenting end‑to‑end architecture solutions.
• Experience with ERP and CRM platforms such as JD Edwards and Microsoft Dynamics.
• Experience with integrations, APIs, and data architecture.
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience.

• Strong collaborator who can influence without direct authority.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to business and executive audiences.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Hands‑on, curious mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Detail‑oriented and focused on delivering practical, usable solutions.

• Base compensation ranges from $132,700 to $185,930, varying by location, skills, and experience.
• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and benefits including vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation with up to 7% employer contribution to a 401(k).

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